CA.I.B.K2FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Knowledge
Pilot-performed preventive maintenance.
Pilot-performed preventive maintenance.
Bottom line
Preventive maintenance is regarded as simple or minor preservation operations and the replacement of small standard parts, not involving complex assembly operations. Allowed items of preventative maintenance are listed and limited to the items of 14 CFR part 43, appendix A(c).
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| Part 61 pilot certificate holders (except sport pilots), on aircraft they own or operate, not used under part 121, 129, or 135 | Who may do it |
| Aircraft with a special airworthiness certificate in the light-sport category that they own or operate | Sport pilots |
| Student pilots, sport pilots, and recreational pilots may not perform preventive maintenance | Excluded pilots |
FAA references
- PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-10) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- 14 CFR 43.3 (Persons authorized to perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, and alterations.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
- 14 CFR 91.407 (Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
- 14 CFR 39.9 (What if I operate an aircraft or use a product that does not meet the requirements of an airworthiness directive?) — eCFR current as of 2026-10-08
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